Updated kernels are also available for our 32 bit versions, but be advised that there have not been any upstream 32 bit patches for meltdown made available as yet. This means that 32-bit users are still vulnerable, despite what kernel upgrades they do. We will push any 32-bit fixes if they become available.

As to spectre vulnerabilities, the browser makers continue to harden their browsers, so keep up with your software updates.

In related news, as we hammer out details about the kernels and impacts to our installation media, there will not be a January snapshot.